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DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP

DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

7.0

User score

▼Worse than 85% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▼Worse than 88%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

4.0

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

2.9

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

▼Worse than 84%
7.0

User score

User score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 92%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

4.0

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

2.9

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

5.7
User score
User score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Popularity:
DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.2 points, which is higher than 56.3% of smartphones.
6.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

6.8
Brand name
DOOGEE
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G96
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G96 processor model which is slower than processors in 80.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.05 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.05 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 83.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 85.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 69% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
409 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 409 ppi which is higher than that of 66.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
172 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 172 mm which is taller than 91.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
82 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 82 mm which is wider than 92.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
15.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 15.5 mm which is thicker than 93.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
320 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 320 g which is heavier than 93.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
211,560 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 211,560 cm³ which is larger than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 52.3% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (6,686 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    6,686 vs 4,389
  • 52.3% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (6,686 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    6,686 vs 4,389
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 20 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G96 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G96 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 7.3).
    6.8 vs 7.34
  • 14.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    DOOGEE S98
    the average smartphone
    DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.98 vs 8.000).
    6.98 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G96 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G96 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 62.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,170 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,170 vs 3,115
  • 14.6% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 26.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (693 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    693 vs 942
  • 28.6% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (10 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    10 GB vs 14 GB
  • 73.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (329 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    329 vs 1,226
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 33.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,688 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,688 vs 2,533
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (2 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    2.0 vs 3.2
  • 33.2% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.05 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.05 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 520 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    480 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 27.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (480 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    480 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (15000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    15,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 19.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (636 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    636 min vs 786 min
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 63.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (320 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    320 g vs 196.2 g
  • 7.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (15.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    15.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 6 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (82 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    82 mm vs 76 mm
  • 8.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (172 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    172 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 2.16x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (211560 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    211,560 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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parkers.co.uk
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28/06/2022
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02/05/2022
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20/05/2022
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09/05/2022
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02/03/2022
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20/05/2022
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Extreme durability with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G ratings for water, dust, and drop resistance
  • Excellent battery life from a 6000mAh capacity, typically lasting 2-3 days on a single charge
  • Functional 20MP infrared night vision camera that performs well in total darkness
  • Clean software experience with minimal bloatware on Android 12
  • Generous 256GB internal storage and 8GB RAM for the price point
  • Includes helpful tools for outdoor and professional use, such as a customizable side button and a toolkit app

What we don't like about DOOGEE S98 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of 5G connectivity; limited to 4G LTE networks
  • Poor main camera quality, often resulting in unsharp images or oversaturated colors in AI mode
  • Limited practical utility for the secondary rear display, which some users found gimmicky or awkward
  • Significant physical bulk and heavy weight (320g+), making it difficult to carry in standard pockets
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring adapters or Bluetooth for wired audio
  • Middling display brightness (480 nits) and large bezels, leading to average outdoor visibility

Verdict

The Doogee S98 is a rugged smartphone that is IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certified for extreme durability against water, dust, and drops, featuring a unique circular rear display and a customisable side button. It runs on a near-stock Android 12 OS, powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 octa-core processor, and comes with a solid 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage (expandable up to 512GB). A major pro is its versatile camera setup, which includes a 64MP main sensor and a 20MP night vision camera with infrared lights, alongside a long-lasting 6,000mAh battery that supports both 33W wired and 15W wireless charging. Primary cons include its heavy and bulky design (320g, 15.5mm thick), a standard 60Hz 6.3-inch FHD+ LCD primary display with average outdoor visibility, and a lack of 5G connectivity.

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